THIS interview is WHY The Montreal Canadiens drafted Juraj Slakovský...
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Slav was the best pick by far. His NHL career will be a treat to watch.
I think so. He will be a great piece for MTL if he receives the proper development.
@@hockeypsychology thats the big question mark. So often a player has been pushed to the wolves too quickly. Hopefully the new management will properly adjust
@@10Timewaster He has been in the pit with the wolves for an entire year already. He is not being introduced to a pit of wolves, he is only moving to a different pit of wolves, he has been among them for a year now.
Lol. Shane Wright was the only pick at #1 overall(or Nemac/Jiricek if they wanted to go D-man). If they would’ve taken Wright you’d be saying that about him. Habs screwed it up. I would be willing to bet Wright has the better career. Seattle got a steal.
And he’s injured for 3 month and has barley progressed
This is the argument I get behind the most: when’s the next time your going to be able to draft a Slafkovsky-like player? Agree with this move by Montreal completely.
6'4. Young, shows up in big moments. Dealt with pressure all his life. Seems like a dream pick for them.
@@hockeypsychology Not to mention his incredible talent and slick hands at that size mixed with incredible skating for his size group.
Like most Habs fan, Slavkovsky was not my pick, but the Kirby Dach trade fixed the reason why. Only time will tell if they were right.
You're right. I'm curious though, did most Habs fans want Wright over Slaf?
@@hockeypsychology What can you expect when majority didn't see neither of them playing and only heard how good of a season Wright had 3 years ago and the media just kept feeding that (past) hype and pushing to take a Canadian no matter what...?
@@hockeypsychology wright will be a good player no question. But I think habs made the correct choice in Slaf. I get a good feeling from his demeanour in interviews, sounds genuine in his drive to succeed. I got a weird entitled vibe off wright which I think can be troublesome for a clubs dynamic but who am I to know eh? It''l be fun watching to see how this all plays out
@@hockeypsychology not me i was slafkovsky from the start. Wright is more of a nonchalant style of play . I didnt see the fit with the type of high octane offensive style they want to build
Kirby Dach is a big part of the decision of going with Slafkovsky. Usually you go with the center in Wright but they end up with Slafkovsky as well as a young center. Great plan
Great point. I also think that Slaf just made it too hard for MTL to pass on him. They loved everything about him. Getting Dach did play a big part too.
Dach is passive and has a bad shot. Maybe a good third line center who is playmaker .Hawks got Nazer. He might end up being nothing but the same . A high motor guy on the third line. Will see. The 23 draft looks stacked with snipers . I want a guy that does everything well. That's why I like Fantilli. The guy also hits to hurt much like Ovi does. Plays a two way game. The track record on high picked power guys has been meh lately. Bedard could be the next Kane. Needs to show me more playmaking.. Kane is a superstar but I would not call him generational. Crosby and McDavid are generational.
Funny how they turned Dach into a Winger lol.
As a Leaf fan, I’m actually excited to see the team that MTL is building. I personally want to see what Marty St Louis can do as a coach with some Bette weapons. Personally, I think Slafkovsky won’t be a franchise type of player, but an elite sniper that will compliment a very well rounded team
Agreed, I think MTL will be a force with some solid pieces and that Slaf will be that type of player. I think he will be a great compliment player to suzuki
@@hockeypsychology Watch Slaf score on passes from Nick. It opens Nick up.
He’s no McDavid or Crosby, but then again nobody is.
The term "Franchise player" is used in a very bizarre way in the NHL imo. Some people see Franchise players as the EA sports definition, representing players such as McDavid, Crosby, Ovi, Matthews: "La crême de la crême". Imo Franchise players are players that you can build your team around, without them having to be a top player of all time. Guys like Claude Giroux, Alexsander Barkov, Aho... Using thks definition, I think Slafkovsky has this potential to be a Franchise Player
Personally I think Slaf will be a franchise player. He will be the face as is Caul and Suzuki. Even if he has an off year which he will will still have him being enjoyed by teh fans. And that is what it all comes down to fan appreciation. I am going to go one further and say he will be the first 50 goal scorer since Bobby Smith in the 80s. Obviously it won't happen next year or the year after but once Montreal handles its defensive issues watch where the puck will be in most games
The most interesting comment in the video you are referring to is that by selecting Slafkovski they were taking care of the size concern and that it was freeing them for the following picks to choose who they really want. If I remember correctly, Martin Lapointe is the one who said that they were already making the best pick (winning) with Slafkovski if only for that reason (taking care of the size). As you are saying, that video tells a lot about the new philosophy of scouting. For me, the big change (one I was hoping for for a long time) is that they are ready to go for the risky home run instead of taking the safe bet. The Lane Hudson pick is the perfect example of this new philosophy. He may never play in the NHL but he has the potential to be a player halfway between Samuel Girard and Cale Makar if he gets bigger. And, yes, that’s a big « IF ». That new NO RISK, NO REWARD philosophy I love because you don’t build a winning team with average players.
Absolutely. There’s definitely a breathe of fresh air since this new regime came in. I’m glad that they are taking this approach because for years, MTL has seemingly lacked that offence. With better weapons & development, I’m very excited to see what Martin St.Louis can do for this team
I think they made a great pick. With Cole Caufeild already playing for the Habs. I like the thought of Montreal having two dynamic players on their top two lines, Montreal has a bright future.
Agreed. Add Nick Suzuki in the mix, you have a good young core to build a team around.
What I actually like about the team is the personality and the attitude of most of the players, Montreal does not need bad attitude players as Shane Wright, they got that with PK Subban and it got too bad for the team....
I do find it interesting hearing Martin St. Louis's coaching philosophy and how he prefers concepts over rigid structure. Allowing the player some choice and freedom within the concept and getting all the line mates on the same page will certainly be a challenge but they seem excited to learn. And that's a must with young players. It'll be an interesting year depending on Dach Montreal could have four legit center's a novel thought.
I find this really interesting too. I think a game that is now dominated by systems can sometimes restrict from the level of talent (I.E Barzal) It’ll be very interesting to see how it works with MTLs young team
@@hockeypsychology I think it will be a fun year.
Hindsight is 20/20. You were correct in your prediction about the season. Slaf struggled during season one. Slaf made adjustments to his game and came out of season two with overwhelming improvement. Had Slaf played like he did in season two during season one, he could have won the Calder trophy. I believe the Habs have a winner in Slaf and his career will be what the Habs need to become a contender again.
Slaf. is pretty risky but big reward decision , like he is very unique in multiple way and can be face of a franchise if everything works out . Its not like we passed on Mcdavid here, Wright was much bigger risk for long term value in my eyes.
I think anytime you make a pick, there’s an associated risk. Personally, I think Wright is the ‘safe’ pick because he doesn’t have as high of a ceiling but he has a more all around game compared to Slaf. However, Slafkovskys skill & size can be game breaking if he’s developed properly & learns how to play within MTLs system
I dont think that Montreal will be as bad as many people say, i think even now the team they already built seems really solid, im not saying they will be a stanley cup contender but i think they will surprise everyone and get to playoffs. About Slafkovsky, i think he has the talent and personality potential to be a franchise superstar. Now its all up to him and the Habs coaching staff to make that happen.
Ya I think they will be more competitive. If they will compete for a playoff spot? I’m not sold on that just yet. Talent is there but need to see more from D & goaltending
I think we are going to surprise a lot of people this year.
After the season 2023-2024, he 20 goals and 30 assits for 50 pts.
Lmao still hilarious watching Shane Wright "staredown". He probably bragged about going 1st overall to everyone before the draft. Don't count your chickens dude!
The goldeneye background music 😂
He is going to be a very very good hockey player, I think the best comparable to him is Andrei Svechnikov, he have the same skillset than Svechnikov and if he can reach that type of level, that's a big W by Habs. Slafkovsky - Suzuki - Caufield have potential to be a very very good 1st line for many years, they will all complement well together. Habs have a strong future, no doubt about that!
That's actually a great comparable. I think he's got more of a ceiling, but certainly similar types of players.
Love your videos man! Good content. IMO Montreal made a good decision, Wright seems like a tool. Obviously I don’t know either of these players personally but just the impression I get from how they carry themselves and what they’ve done/said in the media. I guess time will tell. By the way, why do you have a Calgary logo in the background?
Thanks for watching & commenting! As for the Calgary logo, I received it as a gift. It’s a textile logo that they use to put in the centre ice red line. Always thought it was cool. I’m a leaf fan unfortunately…. Lol
When I saw the pic of him with his bronze medal, i knew he would be picked 1rst overall; so hyped it was by the habs
Very excited to see what he can do
Maybe the best Power Forward since Eric Lindros! We'll see...
I bet the interview with Shane Right had more to do with it.
dude is just not personable at all imo. wright is overrated
strong, tough, Slav, Gally, Anderson and Dach will drain energy from rival teams and will win games in playoffs and regular season while Cole, Mesar, Farrell and Suzuki will finess their way on the scoreboard. Built with enough drive to own the moment, GHG!
Yeah they can be dangerous. Need to see their plan on D & in net first though.
I believe that currently, the team is still poorly built forward. But, it has a lot of talented players. The Centers are Suzuki, Monahan, Dach, Evans, Dvorak, right wing, Caufield, Anderson, Gallagher, Armia, Dandonov, left wing Slafkovsky, Drouin, Byron, Pezzetta and we can insert Dvorak on the left, possibly. I can't wait to see the trios take shape, it would be surprising if Slafkovsky starts on the first trio, but not impossible. The big question marks are the defense and the goalies.
Agreed. This team does need work. Coming from a Leaf fan, I’d caution building a team offence first lol. However, they are getting the right pieces & adding Slafkovsky accelerates it
Hopefully Mesar gets thru as well. Him and Slaf have a long-term bond.
1:33 The goalie’s name is Shutov. When I first saw it, I thought it said Shutou. And I thought. This dude needs to add a T to the end of his name. Of course, that might end up being the biggest jinx in hockey history. Lol
That is a mega jinx! ahahaha
We won't suck. Guaranteed we will be top 5 for most goals in the league
Wow you think eh? We shall see!
@@hockeypsychology Top 5 in scoring and too 5 in goals allowed. Should be entertaining high scoring games
yoooo goldeneye music?
Quick Facility rip!?
The Habs will not "suck" this year. Watch and learn; St. Louis is the key.
I definitely think they will be better than last year, but with how stacked the Atlantic is, I don’t see them being super competitive
As a Habs fan I actually want them to suck enough to get a top 5 pick and get a crack at an elite center. I like Suzuki but not convinced he is in that category. Hopes he proves me wrong. Bedard or Fantilli would be sweet.
@@dden7670 he’s not flashy but really brings his A game in the playoffs
@@dden7670EVERY PLAYER SHOULD GIVE IT ALL, EVERY NIGHT . TANKING IS FOR LOSERS LEAFS TANKED FOR MATTEWS AND NOW SPEND HALF THEIR CAP ON 4 PLAYERS AND SUCK IN THE PLAYOFFS. A BALANCED STRONG LINEUP THAT PLAYS 60 MINUTES AND FOR ME, no tanks!!
if we draft 9 instead of fifth, the 9 pick may work out TO BE the better TEAM mate.... GHG!
Power forwards have been disappointing of late. But there still very young. Interesting to see what Wright does this year. I truly believe Fantilli will be better than Bedard. Having said that I would be happy with either players.
Well a franchise player is someone who you can build around him and slavkosky is NOT that kind of a player he certainly can be one of the top 3 best players in a team…..will see here in Montreal we all are hopeful that he can be top 3 for sure
Agreed. Real good piece, but not a franchise player in my books
I believe the only reason the Habs took Slav over Wright at the draft was because the deal for Doch was already done before the draft and they did that becoause they believed that Slav and Doch was better than having Wright and Romonov, and I agree. Remains to be seen of course, but I think there is possibly more upside in their decission.
I think that was certainly a factor, but for the most part, I think Slaf made it extremely difficult for them not to pick him.
Still a bad move. They could've taken Wright and found a power forward later in the draft.
Juraj does not see himself as the best , he wishes to improve and says it ant knows it , more so our team will not suck as you say , they will be a fair team that you will see getting better every year
They definitely will be more competitive. I don’t see them being finishing higher than other Atlantic teams other than man Detroit
@@hockeypsychology right but they will be a farr cry than last year and that is progress
The N64 007 Golden Eye theme is 💰
20-30-50 I'd say the Habs made the right pick.
the musicccc
Juraj is just better player tho
We shall see
I subscribed to your channel so i can tell you how wrong you were about montreal is gonna suck this year, Montreal finished last but if you look at all the injuries and short off season, that will tell you why they sucked last year, Montreal was a middle of the pack team last year and thats where i expect them to finish this coming season, and its onlY because we are sub par in goaltending and our defence lack experience, look for montreal to be an explosive offensive team winning and losing 6 to 5 games
Ahahha i absolutely love it. 1st, thank you for subscribing & commenting. 2nd, I agree with MTL being a much more offensive team this year. You’re right about injuries, & new coaches, goaltending,etc. I do think they will be much more exciting & competitive. However, I still think the results won’t be there. Very similar to Ottawa the past couple of seasons. Good young talent, but are still learning how to win. They should be fun to watch!
He's not wrong, they are going to suck. Team has always sucked without Carey Price or Weber and now they need to get over them.
At least fans aren't expecting much
Slafkovsky is ICE Chuck Norris
Montreal are not going to suck, last year and this year was the rebuild, their going to play for a playoff spot and have another deep run in the playoffs
they shouldn't, they need Bedard so they could put him on a line with Joshua Roy
HABS KNEW THEY HAD DACH AS A CENTER SO THE BEST WINGER WENT #1 AND THEY STILL GOT BECK AND MESAR DRAFTED.IF THEY DRAFT WRIGHT FIRST, SLAF IS GONE TO THE DEVILS SO ITS A NO BRAINER. SLAV IS A DIFFERENT PLAYER AND CAN DOMINATE AND INSPIRE LINE MATES TO THEIR BEST OUTPUT SO WE SHOULD COMPARE DACHS CAREER WITH WRIGHT BUT I THINK HABS ARE ON TOP NO MATTER HOW YOU LOOK AT IT! A threat in playoffs and late in games, GHG! THAT GRIT WILL WEAR DOWN D AND WIN GAMES!
bruh you don’t have to yell, calm down.
@@HImynamesLJ LOVE PISSING PEOPLE WITH LOW TOLERANCE OFF , ESPECIALLY LAFF FANS!
If he is not the right pick the recruters will need to change strategies of evaluation? covid did not help all this for 2 years. lets wait and see if the number 20 developp.
i would have rathered Shane Wright and traded the picks from Romanov for a scoring winger or a RHD.
Shane Wright would have been a solid pick too & have a lethal 1-2 up the middle with suzuki & wright. I do like that concept.
One of the reasons Wright wasn't selected by the Habs was that he couldn't cope well with the pressure in his draft year, which made them ask how he could play in Montreal where there is pressure non stop. Just based on this, selecting him might not have been a good move. Without much pressure in Seattle (or almost wherever else, esp. outside Canada) he can play much better than he would be able in Mtl. And yes, they could have selected another winger in lower position, but that winger would probably be short again and there are many of that type in the structure already. And having a whole forward line small is not a good idea. You need a mix of size and skill. And if you can have it both in one player, you'd be a fool not to take it.
Like Slafkovsky would be able to handle the pressures of Montreal, but Wright wouldn't? Hughes overthought the pick and that is why Slafkovsky is in Montreal.
@@jeffpedler6094 When asked about his not as good play last season, Wright said he felt too much pressure. That's what made them rise an eybrow and ask themselves, how he could cope with pressure in Montreal then. Of course, that wasn't the only reason why they didn't pick him, just one of the reasons.
Leafs are going to suck this year
Let's take a look at their offense - they've got 13 forwards who are capable of scoring 20 goals, most of them should hit 20 in their sleep with a regular shift. And yes I am including Slaf, Drouin and Monahan among those capable, playing to their potential. Add in some 30 from the D and let's assume a couple of injuries, then add 100 goals to that total for the opposition, and you have a team that stinks and has a chance to win the lottery again. But that also means your prediction is for a 4.26 GAA for Allen and Montembault. Both should have a considerably better season this year considering everything that happened last season, putting them around 3.05 GAA. Either you're a genius or you're very bad at statistics and probability.
That’s a lot of ifs for a team. They will be more competitive, sure. But they will not be very good this year. That’s okay though because they are rebuilding. I still think they are 2-3 years away from really challenging & contending if they put all the right pieces in place
Connor Bedard next woooooot
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No lol dach will be amazing
Certainly has potential. However, the knock on Dach is "big for nothing". Even his advanced numbers indicate that he plays a perimeter game & he struggles to extend plays unless they are off the rush. Now, that's probably circumstance by playing in Chicago? but I'd want to see some growth from him this year.